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Quality Assurance- Food Safety Coordinator

Actalent
Northampton, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Exciting Opportunity : Quality Assurance Food Safety Coordinator

Join Our Team!

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented QA Food Safety Coordinator to play a vital role in ensuring the highest quality standards for our products. If you are passionate about food safety and quality assurance and thrive in a dynamic laboratory environment, we want to hear from you!

About the Role :

As a QA Food Safety Coordinator, your primary focus will be on conducting comprehensive testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods. You will work under supervision to ensure that our products meet rigorous safety and quality specifications. Your responsibilities will include maintaining laboratory equipment, conducting evaluations, and interpreting data to uphold the integrity of our quality assurance processes.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Conduct testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and instrumentation, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Collaborate in the evaluation, calibration, and validation of testing instruments.
  • Analyze and interpret data from routine tests to confirm that materials meet established specifications.
  • Apply standardized methods to document and review results, engaging in peer collaboration.
  • Participate in various laboratory operational duties to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
  • Troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, and implement corrective actions on laboratory equipment.
  • Uphold Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Quality Management Systems (QMS) throughout all processes.

Essential Skills :

  • Solid understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
  • Experience with chromatography and chemical analyses.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer applications.
  • Knowledge of food defense and food safety practices.
  • HACCP Certification.
  • Additional Skills & Qualifications :

  • PCQI (Preventative Controls Qualified Individual) Certification is a plus.
  • Juice HACCP Certification is preferred.
  • A Bachelor's degree in a science-related field, ideally in Applied Chemistry or Chemistry.
  • 1-3 years of experience in a quality assurance laboratory within the food industry.
  • Work Environment :

    You will operate in a state-of-the-art facility with advanced equipment in a clean and safe laboratory setting. Regular work hours are Monday to Friday, from 7 am to 3 pm or 8 am to 4 pm.

    Compensation and Benefits :

    This position offers competitive pay ranging from $35.00 to $40.00 per hour. Eligible benefits may include :

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth options
  • Voluntary life insurance and AD&D for employees and dependents
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), vacation, and sick leave
  • Workplace Type :

    This is a fully onsite position based in Northampton, MA.

    Application Deadline :

    Don't miss out-submit your application by February 21, 2025.

    Join us in ensuring that every product we deliver upholds the highest standards of quality and safety. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00 / hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  • Workplace Type

    This is a fully onsite position in Northampton,MA.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through :

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
  • The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

    Salary : $35 - $40

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